The more you give, the more you have. That's the economics of kindness.

The purpose of meditation is not to create a new state of mind, but to recognize what is already present.

Many people think excitement is happiness... But when you are excited you are not peaceful. True happiness is based on peace.

The true path is not difficult; just avoid picking and choosing.

The Noble Eightfold Path is a path of training: training in ethical conduct, training in mental discipline, and training in wisdom.

Forgiveness is not a moral issue. It's a power issue. When we hold onto grievance and resentment, we are giving our power away.

Our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can't help them, at least don't hurt them.

Radiate boundless love towards the entire world — above, below, and across — unhindered, without ill will, without enmity.

Every moment of confusion is also a moment of wisdom, if we can learn to recognize it.

What is evil? Killing is evil, lying is evil, slandering is evil, abuse is evil, gossip is evil, envy is evil, hatred is evil, to cling to false doctrine is evil; all these things are evil. And what is the root of evil? Desire is the root of evil, illusion is the root of evil.

In meditation, we are continuously discovering who and what we are.

If you love someone, the greatest gift you can give them is your presence.

When we rest in awareness, we discover a peace that is always present, regardless of circumstances.

The treasure house within you contains everything, and you are free to use it. You don't need to seek outside.

Where there is great doubt, there is great awakening; small doubt, small awakening; no doubt, no awakening.

The quality of every moment depends on the state of our minds.

Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions.

When mindfulness and concentration are strong, insight into the three characteristics naturally unfolds.

Metta (loving-kindness) becomes truly effective only when it arises from a peaceful mind, a pure mind, a balanced mind.

Your purpose in life is to find your purpose and give your whole heart and soul to it.

Every moment of mindfulness is a step on the path to liberation. Each step is valuable, no matter how small.

The first noble truth of the Buddha is that life contains suffering. The second noble truth is that the cause of suffering is craving.

Mindfulness is the key to the present moment. Without it we cannot see the world clearly, and we cannot make the wisest choices in our lives.

The key to meditation is to recognize the nature of your mind rather than trying to change it.

Past thoughts are traceless, clear, and empty. Future thoughts are unborn and fresh. The present moment abides naturally and unconstructed.

The mind is like a room with many windows. Open them all and let the fresh air in.

The real secret of the arts: always be a beginner.

The mind is like water. When it's turbulent, it's difficult to see. When it's calm, everything becomes clear.

Real peace comes from seeing things as they really are, not as we want them to be.

The key to happiness is inner peace. The greatest obstacles to inner peace are disturbing emotions such as anger, attachment, fear and suspicion.

The nature of all things is like a magical illusion, a mirage, a dream, a reflection of the moon in water.

The spiritual journey is not about heaven and finally getting to a place that's really swell.

Since all things are empty of inherent existence, anything is possible. If things had inherent existence, nothing would be possible.